1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1977 Triumph TR7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 33 Stradale | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
